Deep Creek Lake MD News and Local Resources: Daily Notes
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The weather today will be patchy fog in the morning. It will be mostly sunny, with highs in the mid-70s and a low of 58. West winds of around 5 mph. The chance of rain is 5%.
The Garrett County Health Department reminds parents of the required vaccines for school students. Appointments will be required for all clinics and can be scheduled online at www.garretthealth.org.
As the school year ended, so did the fifth year of the Play Hard, Live Clean (PHLC) campaign for Garrett County school students. The campaign is designed to subtly and consistently remind students across the grade levels that a healthy lifestyle takes practice and repetition.
Enjoy Maryland’s fresh oysters, famed steamed crabs, and soft shell crabs. Click through to see the statewide crab and oyster trail.
The Deep Creek Lake Lions is pleased to announce the formal opening of a new public disc golf course at the McHenry Community Park on BumbleBee Rd. The Glades at Meshach Run is a 9-hole, free-to-play disc golf course. Disc golf is similar to conventional golf, with throwing discs taking the place of balls and raised metal baskets taking the place of holes.
Brittany Jackson is Garrett College’s new women’s volleyball head coach.
Come celebrate summer at the Stage Wisp Concert tonight featuring 80’s Enough! Walk through the Farm & Art Market to browse local farmer and artisan booths chock full of fresh produce, hand-crafted wares, and unique goods.
The weather today will be patchy fog in the morning. Mostly sunny with a 20% chance of showers—highs in the lower 70s and a low of 56. West winds of around 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph.
At the behest of Rep. Bella Abzug (D-NY) in 1971 and passed in 1973, the U.S. Congress designated August 26 as “Women’s Equality Day.” The date was selected to commemorate the 1920 certification of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution, granting women the right to vote. The observance of Women’s Equality Day not only commemorates the passage of the 19th Amendment but also calls attention to women’s continuing efforts toward full equality.
A waverunner, a stand-up paddleboard and a bike have been listed in our online marketplace!
Will you see a rocket in the skies? It won’t quite be visible here in Garrett County but NASA at Wallops Island has plans to launch a rocket between 9:00 PM to 1:00 AM tonight, weather permitting. This rocket launch will be visible throughout the Eastern Shore of MD, all of Delaware except maybe Wilmington City, most of Southern MD, and the western shore of the Bay as far north as Harford and Cecil counties at the top of the Bay.
The world’s only mountaintop whitewater course, located in Garrett County atop Wisp Resort, is more than just a family-oriented recreational activity. On Saturday, August 9, a local effort to provide training for swift water rescue to several Volunteer Fire Departments in Garrett County took place.
The Maryland State Board of Education will meet at 9:00 AM today at the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE), 200 W. Baltimore Street, in the 7th floor State Board Room. The complete agenda and live stream are available at this link.
Join the Senior Momentum Group, where they gather for lunch today at 1:00 PM at the American Legion.
The Board of County Commissioners will have a public meeting today at 3:00 PM. The public is invited to attend in person or via live stream on Facebook.
GCPS and Grimm & Parker will facilitate a public feedback session specific to the Southern Middle & High School modernization project today, starting at 6:00 PM. All parents and school community members are encouraged to attend and provide feedback.
The weather today will be patchy fog and numerous showers with isolated thunderstorms in the morning, then showers and scattered thunderstorms in the afternoon—highs in the lower 70s and a low of 60. West winds of around 5 to 10 mph. The chance of rain is 80%.
Have you found a Honda keyfob around the Deep Creek Lake area? We’re trying to crowdsource the search for a lost key and fob.
Be the first to know! The Chamber of Commerce invites all Chamber members to the next Marketing Roundtable on August 24. This session will feature the Town of Oakland discussing the details of its new Autumn Glory carnival event. You can attend in person or virtually via Zoom.
If you’ve been reading for a while, you may know that I love being outside and exploring! Check out the Top Adventure Town contest… several nearby locations are in the running. My vote for “Top Tiny Adventure Town” is Davis, WV.
Have you heard that the monarch butterfly was recently listed as endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature? However, the United States has not listed monarchs under the federal Endangered Species Act. You can find more information in this article from the Wildlife Society.
Each year, the Garrett County STEPS to Better Health Committee (STEPS) offers two scholarships to Garrett County graduating seniors who are pursuing a career in the health care field. This year’s high school recipients are Lillian Argabrite and Tiffany Opel.
A study reveals Maryland is among the most progressive states when it comes to computer science education.
Crews were able to complete the step of replacing the field lights on the Northern Garrett High School (NGHS) football field this past week. The lights were turned on for the first time Thursday, August 11, around 9:30 PM. The lighting project upgrades the previous lighting on the field while being more energy efficient.
The summer days keep rolling along – be sure to enjoy what time we have now with kids before they are back to school. Soon it will be September, exciting times for anglers as water temperatures cool and fishing kicks into high gear. But until then, remember that hot weather creates tough conditions for undersized striped bass that are caught and released. Be sure to check the striped bass fishing advisory forecast to plan your trip and help save the smaller fish for future seasons.
The pool at Dans Mountain State Park will be closed from August 22 through August 26 and August 29 through September 2 due to a shortage of lifeguards as staff return to school. All scheduled pool parties will be honored. The pool will otherwise be open through Labor Day, September 5, from 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM daily.
The Maryland State Board of Education will meet at 9:00 AM on August 23 at the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE), 200 W. Baltimore Street, in the 7th floor State Board Room. The complete agenda and live stream are available at this link.
Join the Senior Momentum Group, where they gather for lunch on August 23 at 1:00 PM at the American Legion.
Join Granstville Library for a book talk and signing with Daisy Beiler Townsend. Daisy has been writing and publishing in magazines and periodicals for more than 40 years. She has written and published six books, including a Christian Historical series with characters based on former residents of the home they owned for twenty years in Sandy Lake, Pa.
Check out the Golf Match between Northern High, Preston, and Moorfield at Thousand Acres Golf.
The weather today will be mostly sunny, with highs in the upper 70s and a low of 60. South winds of around 5 mph. The chance of rain is 20%. Saturday will be mostly sunny with a chance of showers and thunderstorms.—highs in the mid-70s and a low of 60. The chance of rain is 40%. Sunday will be showers with a chance of thunderstorms—highs in the mid-70s and a low of 60. The chance of rain is 80%.
Crellin Elementary was recently recognized for its innovative efforts to reduce environmental impact and costs, promote better health, and ensure effective environmental education as a 2022 U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon School! Congratulations!
Garrett Lakes Arts Festival proudly presents Nashville Legacy this Sunday, August 21, 2:00 PM at Garrett College. Featuring Jason Coleman, the grandson of Floyd Cramer, and Meagan Taylor, the niece of Chet Atkins. Reply to me that you’re interested and you can be entered to win a “Family and Friends 4-Pack” of tickets to the show!
The 41st Annual Friendsville Days are on August 19-20, 2022. Flotilla, live music, food, crafts, puppet show, cornhole tournament, inflatables, car show, watermelon eating contest, pony rides, mechanical bull, parade, and more!
*NOTE: the flotilla has been postponed to August 27 due to a lack of a dam release on the river!*
For Garrett County residents only! On Saturday, August 20, the Garrett County Department of Solid Waste and Recycling will host a Citizen Scrap Tire Drop-Off Day Event (in the Oakland Wal-Mart parking lot) from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM or when all the receptacles are full.
Join Spruce Forest Artisan Village for the Plein Air Event this Saturday, August 20, from 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM. Prizes will be announced at 4:00 PM. Register at the church for $10.
Garrett County Airport Wings and Wheels Fly-In will also be this Saturday, August 20, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Come enjoy the static displays of Airplanes, Classic Cars, and RC Aircrafts. Candy drop is at 1:00 PM! Admission is free!
Music at Penn Alps is pleased to present Jonathan Carney, his daughter Gracie, and Jacob Jahiel playing violin, baroque violin, and viola da gamba on August 20 at 7:00 PM in the Great Hall at Spruce Forest in Grantsville, MD. Tickets are available for $20 at the door, in the gift shop at Penn Alps Restaurant, or online at https://www.musicatpennalps.org/tickets. Persons 19 and under are admitted free.
Join Oakland Church of the Nazarene this Sunday, August 21, outdoors under the tent for worship, lunch, and music. Pastor Kerry Willis, the eastern Pennsylvania and Philadelphia region District Superintendent will join us to share the message, and Ricky Murphy and a team providing music.
Anyone who is 18 yrs. old or older interested in playing in the adult soccer league, please be at the Loch Lynn fields on Sunday, August 21, at 6:30 PM.
Check out your favorite local bands that will be playing around the area:
- Allies Band at Honi-Honi Bar
- Scott Brooks at MoonShadow
- The Shiners at MoonShadow
- Rushmore at Honi-Honi Bar
- The Fantasy’s at Honi-Honi Bar
- Kittens Aint Biscuits at MoonShadow
- Shane Master at MoonShadow
- Shallow 9 at Honi-Honi Bar
- Ruby at MoonShadow
- Casanova & the Divas at Honi-Honi Bar
It’s a busy one! Check here for more events this weekend.
The weather today will be mostly sunny. Areas of fog in the morning and isolated showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon—highs in the lower 70s and a low of 55. West winds of around 5 mph. The chance of rain is 20%.
The Food and Nutrition Services Department (FNS) of Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) has announced that the federally funded program for free meals will come to an end next Thursday, August 25th, 2022. As food service continues to transition back to pre-pandemic standards, students may still qualify for free or reduced-price meals for the coming school year by filling out a Meal Application.
The 2022-2024 Garrett County & Surrounding Region Community Health Assessment has been published and is now available to browse online.
A Yamaha WaveRunner and trailer have just been listed in our Online Marketplace!
The city of Baltimore joins community members in celebrating Never Give Up Day and proclaims August 18, 2022, as Never Give Up Day in its jurisdiction. Never Give Up Day is a global celebration focused on cultivating a mindset of determination.
It’s the last day of Little Yough Family Flicks 2022. Tonight, they will be showing Clifford the Big Red Dog at Mountain Fresh Pavilion.
JTF Camp is in its last week. Come and play at The Town of Grantsville, Md Park on August 18 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Want to learn to canoe or kayak? Come to the Discovery Center dock to launch onto the lake and play games out on the water.
The weather today will be mostly sunny. Patchy fog in the morning and a chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon—highs in the lower 70s and a low of 53. East winds of around 5 mph. The chance of rain is 50%.
There is a tire recycling event to be held this weekend. Saturday, August 20, from 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (or as space allows), Garrett County residents can bring up to 10 passenger or equipment tires for recycling.
Win friends and family four-pack of tickets to see Nashville Legacy featuring Jason Coleman, Grandson of Floyd Cramer, and Meagan Taylor, Niece of Chet Atkins. All you have to do is email me that you’re interested and send me the name of a song you’d be interested to hear! The concert is Sunday, August 21, 2022, at 2:00 PM.
The Deep Creek Lake Lions is pleased to announce the formal opening of a new public disc golf course at the McHenry Community Park on BumbleBee Rd on August 17, 2022, at 6:00 PM.
Come celebrate summer at the Stage Wisp Concert tonight featuring Rick K. & The Allnighters! Walk through the Farm & Art Market to browse local farmer and artisan booths chock full of fresh produce, hand-crafted wares, and unique goods.
Join Cashmere Clothing Co for Want It Wednesday! They have also doubled the tax saved as a discount on your entire purchase.
Take a tour of the vegetable garden at the Sang Run State Park.
Learning Beyond the Classroom Bus will be at Kitzmiller School Building and Bloomington Park today.
Overeaters Anonymous is a weekly meeting open to all who struggle with issues around food — overeating, undereating, anorexia, bulimia, etc.
Join Mountain Fresh Farmers Market for the open-air farmers market every Wednesday from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM in Downtown Oakland! You will find fresh produce, plants, meats, eggs, baked goods, jams & jellies, body care items, and crafts all made and grown by the vendor!
Deep Creek Lake State Park isn’t big enough for both of them! Stop by the Discovery Center and take a walk around the Discovery Trail as we learn about the invasive and endangered species in the area.
The weather today will be Patchy fog in the morning and mostly cloudy with scattered showers—highs in the upper 60s and a low of 54. East winds or around 5 to 10 mph. The chance of rain is 50%.
Congratulations to Terah Crawford! Named Garrett County’s 2022 Realtor of the Year!
At the time of posting, Garrett County Dept of Public Utilities is advising customers on the Friendsville water system that water service will be disrupted for several hours today due to leak repairs. After service has been restored, please run cold water to clear any discolored water.
Cashmere Clothing Co will have an End of Summer Wine Down on August 29. This event is by invitation only, so message Cashmere Clothing Co. on their Facebook Page for the invitation! Let’s celebrate summer coming to an end with food, friends, and a free wine tasting!
Hey Hey – have you noticed that it’s TAX-FREE WEEK in Maryland?
Oakland Golf Club is teaming up with John Rose at Edwardjones for the Inaugural Firefly Night Golf Tournament on September 9! Limited to 10 teams, so sign up early!
The fourth hydrilla treatment will be held today. Please note that treatment is always subject to change due to weather conditions.
Free social services benefit assistance and applications at the Grantsville Library today from 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
All are invited to the Discovery Center to learn about some fascinating and gentle reptile ambassadors. Great for all ages!
It’s the last day of the Evening Historic Tours. Different 1-mile guided tours of historic landmarks each week. Join us tonight at 6:00 PM at MLP Historical Association Museum/Ticket Office.
The weather today will likely be showering in the morning, then showers with a chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon. Patchy fog with highs in the lower 60s and a low of 55. East winds of around 5 to 10 Mph. The chance of rain is near 100%.
It’s been cooler here on the mountaintop this past weekend — here’s a cool sunrise captured by Ed O’Connor:
Save the Date for Cindy’s Fund’s lip sync event on October 1, 2022, at the Oakland Elks. The lady docs, Dr. Rebecca Crowell, Dr. Marjorie Fridkin, Dr. Abigail Feathers, Dr. Marlana Bollinger, and Dr. Stephanie Sisler, are back, along with Jake and Roxana Tasker. Tickets go on sale today, August 15, at Gregg’s Pharmacy, Green Acres Garden Center, and Zip-eez.
Wings & Wheels Fly-In Celebration is this Saturday at the Garrett County Airport from 9am to 3pm! Come enjoy static displays of airplanes, cool cars, trucks, motorcycles and emergency vehicles!
Learning Beyond the Classroom Bus will be at Friendsville Park and Accident Town Park West are planned for today.
The weather today will be sunny with highs around 70 and a low of 51. North winds of around 5 to 10 mph. The chance of rain is 45%. Saturday will be mostly sunny, with highs in the lower 70s and a low of 54. North winds of around 5 mph. Sunday will be partly sunny with a 50% chance of showers —highs in the lower 70s and a low of 56.
Check out Trout’s Seafood list available this weekend! Ordering ahead is suggested. Visit Trout’s page for pricing and details.
County United Way will be having their annual “Stuff the Bus” school supply drive to benefit students in Garrett County has returned this year. Stuff the Bus will take place today, Friday, August 12, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in the Walmart parking lot in Oakland. Walmart is helping by allowing a bus to be parked in their parking lot so that volunteers can fill it with school supplies.
Bring your pets to Sang Run for a day of pet merriment! There will be pet crafts, pet hayrides, and pet treats! You can also volunteer to take a shelter dog for a walk!
Everyone is invited to the Sirens & Tractors Family Safety Day on August 14. This is open and free to the public. Activities for all the family!
Join Oakland Church of the Nazarene for GloryWay outdoors this Sunday at Bethel Outdoor Facility. A love offering will be received.
The Woman Summer Workshop, Becoming an Outdoors Woman, will be held this weekend at Garrett County 4-H Center.
The local state parks have a lot of programs to offer this weekend: Pickle Making Demonstration, Monarch Search, Pipe Dream, Campground Critter, Election House Open House, Creek Crafts, Reptile Encounter, Park Of Champions Mini Hike, Leave No Trace, Shell-fies and Pollinator Party
Presented by Maryland Legal Aid, free help for your civil legal issues at the Oakland Library!
Join Mountain Fresh Farmers Market for the open-air farmers market every Friday from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM in Downtown Oakland! You will find fresh produce, plants, meats, eggs, baked goods, jams & jellies, body care items, and crafts all made and grown by the vendor!
Another fully booked entertainment this weekend! Check out the local bands that will be playing around the area:
- 18 Strings at Honi-Honi Bar
- Greg Short & Friends at MoonShadow
- Giants of Science at Honi-Honi Bar
- Surrender Dorothy at Honi-Honi Bar
- Tom Batchelor Band at MoonShadow
- Ted & Company at MoonShadow
- Toga Party with Boathouse at Honi-Honi Bar
- Philip Hough at MoonShadow
- Double Take at Honi-Honi Bar
The weather today will be patchy fog and mostly sunny, with isolated showers in the morning. Isolated thunderstorms in the afternoon with highs in the mid-70s and a low of 52. Northwest winds of around 5 to 10 mph. The chance of rain is 20%.
Anyone who is 18 yrs. old or older interested in playing in the adult soccer league, please be at the Loch Lynn fields on August 21, 2022, at 6:30 PM. The association will pick teams from there, and the hope is to run 6v6 or 7v7, but it really completely depends on player turnout.
Residents of Tucker, Grant, and Hardy counties who want to share their thoughts about the completion of Corridor H—which would connect the community of Wardensville with the Virginia state line—with the West Virginia Division of Highways (WVDOH) have the opportunity to do so next week, August 18 at a public informational workshop.
Want to learn to canoe or kayak? Come to the Discovery Center dock to launch onto the lake and play games out on the water. 11 am!
Native plants are needed for native wildlife. Discover beautiful wildflowers native to the area.
Join Accident Library as the Adult Book Club gathers to discuss the latest read. Newcomers are always welcome!
Today is the monthly meeting of the Board of Trustees, which governs the operation of the Ruth Enlow Library. Location may vary, especially during summer. Public participation is welcome, though some business items may be held in closed sessions.
Catch Honi House Band as they bring a new sound every time they get together and play; you never know who might show up!
The weather today will be mostly cloudy. Patchy fog and scattered showers with isolated thunderstorms in the morning, then numerous showers and scattered thunderstorms in the afternoon—highs in the mid-70s and a low of 61. West winds of around 5 mph. The chance of rain is 70%.
The most recent Garrett County Board of Education meeting was recorded last night. There is a lot of information related to renovations and a presentation on “the Perfect Storm” including declining enrollment, mandates for training, and increasing salary requirements. (2:47:41)
Maryland Public Television is offering a Duck Decoy workshop. While not in Garrett County, I thought it would be a neat experience.
Join Cashmere Clothing Co for Want It Wednesday!
Take a tour of the vegetable garden at Sang Run State Park.
Overeaters Anonymous is a weekly meeting open to all who struggle with issues around food — overeating, undereating, anorexia, bulimia, etc.
Join Mountain Fresh Farmers Market for the open-air farmers market every Wednesday from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM in Downtown Oakland! You will find fresh produce, plants, meats, eggs, baked goods, jams & jellies, body care items, and crafts all made and grown by the vendor!
Free social services benefit assistance and applications at the Friendsville Library today.
Come celebrate summer at the Stage Wisp Concert tonight featuring 18 Strings! Walk through the Farm & Art Market to browse local farmer and artisan booths chock full of fresh produce, hand-crafted wares, and unique goods.
Join Honi-Honi Bar for Gashouse Annie live on the deck at 6:00 PM.
The weather today will be partly sunny. Isolated showers in the morning, then numerous showers and scattered thunderstorms in the afternoon—highs around 80 and a low of 66. West winds of around 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph. The chance of rain is 60%.
Tomorrow, Wednesday, August 10, from 7:00 am until about 10:00 am, boat traffic under the 219 bridge will be blocked for utility work.
Would you like to volunteer for the first-ever Garrett County Dragon Boat festival? Here’s a form to sign-up! https://forms.gle/M3jxQ52SxnA2Wo3M7
“She sells seashells by the seashore”…try saying that 3 times fast! Join Friendsville Library for a fun-filled program to learn about seashells and sand dollars! Make your own sand dollar necklace and collect a few seashells of your own to take home!
Join Honi-Honi Bar for the Inside Out Duo live on the deck at 6:00 PM.
Get your walk on with Mountain Lake Park’s Evening Historic Tours. This will be held every Tuesday from July 25 – August 16 at 6:00 PM at MLP Historical Association Museum/Ticket Office.
The weather today will be mostly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon, with highs in the lower 80s and a low of 67. Southwest winds of 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph. The chance of rain is 30%.
Maryland Department of Natural Resources is scoping PDF regulation updates. That means they are gathering suggestions and ideas from stakeholders and others to identify issues, potential impacts, and reasonable alternatives associated with the issues so that management actions can be developed.
Delegate Wendell Beitzel will explain how $4.7 million was appropriated for a trail in the Youghiogheny Wild River Scenic Corridor. This presentation will be at Garrett College, GEIC Building Rm. 111 tonight at 6pm.
Mark your calendars for the Mountain Lake Park Community Planning Group! Early Bird Stroll will be every Monday from July 25 – August 16 at 9:00 AM at Wooddell Park at Allegany Drive and B Street. Bring your feet, strollers, and/or rollators, and walk at your own pace!
Even if you don’t have a lot of space, you can still make a garden! Come see how you can create your own small space garden!
Come learn about fish habitats and survival from Letha Grimes, a Natural Resources Biologist from the Department of Natural Resources. Also, create your own world. Join the new writers’ group presented by the Grantsville Library. All are welcome, and residents of any town are invited.
Catch Matt Tichon & Co. at Honi-Honi Bar tonight!
The weather today will be mostly cloudy. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the morning, then showers and thunderstorms likely in the afternoon. Some thunderstorms may produce heavy rainfall in the afternoon—highs in the upper 70s and a low of 65. West winds of around 5 mph. The chance of rain is 70%. Saturday will be patchy fog and mostly cloudy with a chance of showers in the Morning. It will then be partly sunny with showers likely with a chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon—highs in the upper 70s and a low of 65. Southwest winds of around 5 mph. The chance of rain is 70%. Sunday will be partly sunny with a chance of showers and thunderstorms—highs around 80 and a low of 65. The chance of rain is 50%.
Garrett Regional Medical Center was recently recognized by US News & World Report.
After two years of COVID-related health worries, Americans are faced with financial concerns as high inflation leads to a cost of living crisis for many. According to a recent study based on county-level data, Garrett County has a “stressflation” rate of 5% (a physical stress increase of 1% and a mental stress increase of 4%).
The Eric Byrd Trio will be performing at the Garrett College Auditorium tonight!! For over 20 years, The Eric Byrd Trio has traveled the world as enthusiastic ambassadors of jazz! You may purchase your tickets here! Also, I have two tickets for giveaway if you message me to enter by naming one of the songs the trio plays! (by 2pm EST today).
The Golf Club at Oakland presents Jay Meyers Memorial Golf Tournament on Saturday, August 6, 2022. The shotgun starts at 10:00 AM.
Kids ages 8-17 get a free airplane plane ride over Morgantown at Morgantown’s Young Eagles Day tomorrow.
A Cup of Roses Holistic Care is going mobile! Come see their Pop-up Shop at the Downtown Oakland Flea Market on Sunday August 7, 2022, from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
It’s the last few days of the 65th Annual Garrett County Agriculture Fair this weekend! Here are highlights on the schedule:
- Master Showman Competition
- 4-H Engineering Events (lawn & tractor)
- Sheep – 4-H & FFA Lead Contest
- Pee Wee Swine Show
- John Wyrick Band
- Costume Animal Parade
- Mud Bog
- Cow Patty Bingo
- 4-H’s Got Talent
- Pickin’ Empty Pockets
- John Wyrick Band
- Livestock Olympics
- Dirty Pony Contest
- Wood Cutting Contest
- Tractor Parade
- Horse and Pony Awards
- Youth Awards Program
- Power Wheels Derby
- 4 & 8 Cylinder Demolition Derby
Here are the state park’s programs this weekend: Monarch Search, Herp Hike, Campground Critter, Bird Walk, Creek Crafts, Reptile Encounter, Campfire Program: State Park Trivia, Park Of Champions Mini Hike, Leave No Trace, Shell-fies and Pollinator Party!
Check out our full event calendar!
Check out your favorite local bands that will be playing around the area:
- Terah Crawford Band at Honi-Honi Bar
- The Bards at MoonShadow
- The Remedy at Honi-Honi Bar
- Street Level at Honi-Honi Bar
- Shane Palko at MoonShadow
- The Edge Band at Honi-Honi Bar
- C.E. Jones at MoonShadow
- Good Guys Band at Honi-Honi Bar
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Monday October 7
The weather today will be rain with a high near 58 and a low around 46. North wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Tiffany Varner shared a photo of Tolliver Falls just down to a trickle over the weekend: The Office of the State Fire Marshal is promoting...
Friday October 4, Saturday October 5, Sunday October 6
According to our air and lake temperature gauge, the air temperature has dropped 30 degrees overnight! Now it's feeling more like fall. The weather today will be partly sunny with a high near 60 and a low around 38. Northwest wind around 10 mph, with gusts...
Thursday October 3
The weather today will be mostly sunny with a high near 80 and a low around 51. A chance of showers and thunderstorms before midnight, then a slight chance of showers after 2am. West wind 6 to 11 mph. Thanks to @geekinit on Instagram for sharing this great shot with...
Wednesday October 2
The weather today will be mostly sunny with a high near 81 and a low of 64. West wind 11 to 14 mph. A slight chance of showers after 1am. Our new October edition was posted yesterday -- make sure you check out all of the updated pages! Pages like the Cover Story and...
Tuesday October 1
The weather today will be mostly sunny with a high near 79 and a low around 64. West wind 7 to 9 mph. A local building listed FOR RENT in our online marketplace. It's listed under the "MISCELLANEOUS" category. Children’s Story Time at the Kitzmiller Ruth Enlow Library...
Monday September 30
The weather today will be cloudy with a chance of showers; high in the low 70s and low in the low 60s. Andrew Peterson shared this shoreline view from the boat. I love when the fall colors start to pop but it's still warm enough for the boat! The Safe Schools Maryland...
Friday September 27, Saturday September 28, Sunday September 29
Our sincere apologies, dear readers. We had a website issue beyond our control happening yesterday morning and we weren't able to publish the Daily Notes for Thursday, September 26. All is well now. This weekend is looking pretty good weather-wise! Today will be sunny...
Wednesday September 25
The weather today will be sunny with a high near 72 and a low around 60. A gorgeous view of the Deep Creek Lake State Park by Shealee Brown Photography: The next Choose Civility discussion will be tonight, September 25, from 6:00-7:00pm at the Oakland Ruth Enlow...
Tuesday September 24
The weather today will be mostly sunny with a high near 64 and a low around 50. Northwest wind 8 to 11 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. I think this photo sums up the past weekend: Georgann Gall's kayaks at Deep Creek Lake, MD: The Sipside Ladies Lounge is tonight...
Monday September 23
The weather this weekend was just about perfect and visitors on and around the lake reflected that. The weather for today will be increasing clouds with a high near 71 and a low around 51. Scattered showers, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 5pm....
Friday September 20, Saturday September 21, Sunday September 22
The weather for today and Saturday will be sunny with a high near 75 and a low around 59. Sunday will be mostly sunny with a high near 78 and a low around 61. Chance of precipitation is 20% after 2am. This looks like a great weekend to enjoy the like -- here is...
Thursday September 19
The weather today will be sunny with a high near 69 and a low around 47. This weather lately has been absolutely perfect! This summer weather has everyone out and enjoying the lakes and the sun! Keep an eye out for the 2019 People's Choice Challenge leaderboard ... we...
Wednesday September 18
The weather today will be sunny with a high near 68 and a low around 51. Thank to instagram.com/ashley_s_life_lens: The Farmer's Market is today from 10am-1pm. Also, the market has recipes from the 2018 newsletters compiled into a downloadable booklet format. You can...
Tuesday September 17
The weather today will be partly sunny with a high near 68 and a low around 53. East wind 6 to 9 mph. The Deep Creek Watershed Foundation shares this video: https://video.wixstatic.com/video/f1b9bd_f0a7a2f3c94549829cf1542c3cfde9ea/1080p/mp4/file.mp4 It's Story Time @...
Monday September 16
The weather today will be mostly sunny, with a high near 77 and a low around 59. Tonight has the possibility of scattered showers mainly before midnight. The chance of precipitation is 30%. You've probably heard this phrase spoken of Garrett County: "If you don't like...
Friday September 13, Saturday September 14, Sunday September 15
The weather today will be cloudy with a high near 66 and a low around 60. A chance of showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 5pm. Southeast wind 10 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Saturday will be mostly cloudy with a...
Thursday September 12
The weather today will be partly sunny with a high near 78 and a low around 62. A chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1pm. Chance of precipitation is 50%. A lovely sunset photo was shared by Scon Boccuti: Newly listed in our online marketplace is a...
Wednesday September 11
We'd like to take a moment to remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001 and in the aftermath. God bless. ???????? The weather for today will be mostly sunny with a high near 84 and a low of 64. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 3pm. West wind 9...
Tuesday September 10
The weather today will be warm! Sunny with a high near 81 and a low around 63. The new mountain bike trails are open and complete at Deep Creek Lake State Park! On this linked map of the State Park, the trails indicated as "coming spring 2019" (yellow and purple) are...
Monday September 9
There's a slight chance of rain before 11:00 am today, then a chance of showers between 11:00 am and 2:00 pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2:00 pm. Overall, there's a 30% chance of rain with a high near 71. There will be a light and variable wind...
Friday September 6, Saturday September 7, Sunday September 8
The weather today will be mostly sunny with a high near 71 and a low around 54. Also, partly sunny for the weekend! Highs in the upper 60s and low in the mid to low 50s. Samantha Degen's family and friends had a great Deep Creek Lake, MD trip! There are a few...
Thursday September 5
The weather today will be partly sunny with a high near 71 and a low around 56. East wind 5 to 7 mph. My apologies for the late post this morning -- looks like my internet service provider, Shentel, has some work to do to get back up and running: Tonight, September 5,...
Wednesday September 4
The weather today will be partly sunny with a high near 74 and a low around 54. A chance of showers, mainly between 2pm and 5pm. West wind 11 to 14 mph. Eric Williams shared this pup enjoying Lake Life! See more area photos in our Photo Gallery. Farmer's Market is...
Tuesday September 3
The weather today will be patchy fog before 9am. Otherwise, sunny, with a high near 78 and a low around 64. This photo by Gail Burkett has been selected as our Photo of the Month! Congrats, Gail! The regularly scheduled Cancer Support Group happens tonight at 6:30pm...
Monday September 2
Happy Labor Day! The weather today sounds like "summer weather" to me! Partly to mostly cloudy with a high near 73 and a low around 58. Just a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon. West wind around 10 mph. Enjoy your holiday and we will be back tomorrow...
Friday August 30, Saturday August 31, Sunday September 1
Happy Labor Day weekend! This holiday celebrates hardworking Americans and is the unofficial end to summer ... let's send summer 2019 out the right way -- I plan to kayak the lake and enjoy a cookout! The weather today will be mostly sunny with a high near 76 and a...
Thursday August 29
The weather today will be sunny ☀️with a high near 69 and a low around 57. This lovely photo by @susanknappephotography perfectly explains one of my favorite things about this mountain top.... Voting is still open for the 2019 People's Choice Challenge! Vote once per...
Wednesday August 28
The weather today will be partly sunny with a chance of showers mainly before 1pm. A high near 70 and a low around 53. The water temperature of the lake is slowly beginning to drop -- it looks like we're currently hovering around 71-degrees. Cynthia Bellina shared...
Tuesday August 27
The weather today will be mostly cloudy with rain before 2pm. High near 67 and a low around 62. Sunset at Deep Creek Lake State Park by Catherine Gardner: Every Tuesday is Ladies Lounge. Southern Middle School will be hosting Back to School Night on Tuesday, August 27...
Monday August 26
Happy First-Day-of-School to Garrett County Public School students! Here's your reminder to stay alert for school buses! The weather today will be partly sunny with a high near 68 and a low around 58. Southeast wind around 14 mph. So many lake activities for our last...